Garvee Hitch-Mounted Ripper 18 in Scarifier Shank — Fits 2 in Receiver, 2 Replaceable Teeth

The Garvee Hitch Mounted Ripper is an 18-inch heavy-duty scarifier shank that bolts into a 2-inch receiver to rip, trench, and prep soil quickly with two replaceable teeth.

Built for contractors, farmers, and landowners who need reliable ground penetration without a dedicated trencher, this hitch-mounted ripper adapts to CAT 0 and CAT 1 tractors, plus many ATVs and UTVs. The unit’s reinforced high-carbon steel shank, adjustable mounting positions, and easily swapped teeth combine to make trenching, aerating, and scarifying faster and more consistent than manual methods. It installs in minutes into any standard 2-inch receiver and offers a compact, cost-effective alternative to hydraulic or PTO trenchers.

How deep and aggressive is the Garvee scarifier for breaking ground?

The 18-inch shank is engineered for meaningful penetration into compacted soils, loosening hardpan and creating trenches for drainage or utility runs. Depth and aggressiveness are controlled by how far you drive and which of the four available pin positions you choose, so you can match performance to soil type and task.

• 18-inch high-carbon steel scarifier shank for deep penetration
• Four-position adjustment holes at 1.5-inch intervals for depth control
• Replaceable teeth let you pick aggressive tips or blunt plow points
• Works on compacted clay, gravelly topsoil, and looser garden earth

How easy is it to install and maintain on a 2-inch receiver?

Installation is straightforward: slide the ripper into a standard 2-inch receiver and secure it with the included mounting hardware and shear bolt. Routine maintenance mainly involves inspecting and replacing the two shank teeth, and checking paint and fasteners for corrosion after heavy use.

• Fits standard 2-inch receiver adapters used on tractors, ATVs, and UTVs
• Supplied shear bolt and mounting pin for quick, safe attachment
• Two replaceable teeth reduce downtime and lower overall replacement cost
• Spray-painted finish helps prevent rust between uses

What tasks can this hitch-mounted trencher handle on a farm or property?

This tool excels at surface trenching, subsoiling for root development, creating drainage channels, and prepping seedbeds by breaking compacted layers. It’s a compact but powerful option when you don’t need a full-sized trencher or want a low-cost attachment that fits multiple vehicles.

• Trenching for irrigation or wiring runs in small plots
• Subsoiling to relieve compaction and improve water infiltration
• Landscaping prep and scarifying hardpan patches
• Suitable for CAT 0/CAT 1 tractors, many ATVs and UTVs

How durable is the ripper and what replacement parts are available?

Garvee built the ripper from high-carbon steel with a protective spray-paint finish to withstand abrasive soil contact and resist deformation. The design focuses on replaceable wear parts — the two teeth and plow tip — so you can restore cutting performance without replacing the entire unit.

• High-carbon steel construction for strength and impact resistance
• Replaceable plow tip and two shank teeth included in the kit
• Simple hardware layout makes tooth replacement fast in the field
• Protective coating reduces corrosion when stored outdoors

Who is this for: The Garvee Hitch Mounted Ripper is aimed at farmers, landscapers, homesteaders, and property managers who need a rugged, low-cost tool to break ground and make trenches without specialized equipment. If you own a CAT 0 or CAT 1 tractor, or commonly use an ATV or UTV with a 2-inch receiver, this ripper gives you deeper, more consistent soil penetration with minimal setup and straightforward maintenance. It’s especially useful when mobility, ease of attachment, and replaceable wear parts are priorities over hydraulic power or larger trenching machines.